The history of Indian head massage

1000's years in India. Around 5000bc
The Hindi term for Indian head massage is champissage (head massage)
It date back to the beginning of Hindu religion
Indian head massage is part of everyday life
Children are taught the massage techniques
Woman practice Indian head massage as part of the grooming process. It keeps hair strong, smelling nice and improves condition
Soothing, calming and therapeutic for muscles and skin. It also encourages healing
Oil used: coconut, jasmine, olive, sesame, almond and mustard (dangerous to use, it can burn). Wealthy families use expensive oils such as jasmine and sandlewood
Cooling oils (coconut oil) are used in summer and warming oils are used in winter
Techniques were passed through families
Men receive massage when visiting the barber. It is not relaxing, but vigorous an invigorating. It is used to stimulate the scalp and promote hair growth

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	Created by r-mcgurk over 10 years ago